News

Williams:Fairburn needs to be more livable

Fairburn city administrator Jim Williams would like to see his city become an even more livable city.

South Fulton WASA negotiations successful

The South Fulton Municipal Regional Water and Sewage Authority once again appears to be on-track. A flap over differing views regarding the authority's scope had threatened the accord.

Fulton County Board of Education recognizes awards, hears plans

The Fulton County Board of Education's October meeting covered everything from recognizing outstanding programs to charter school applications. Some of the activities at the meeting included:

Seniors get Thanksgiving dinners at centers

Senior citizens can enjoy turkey and all the trimmings in pre-Thanksgiving luncheons at Fulton County's north, central and south senior activity facilities in November.

Campbell Elementary PTA sets family night Nov. 19

The Campbell Elementary School PTA will officially kick off the 2002 National PTA Reflections Program at the PTA Family Night November 19th with an art exhibit and talent showcase. The theme for this year's program is "Signs of Courage."

CEO of Vigil Ford to speak at Clayton College

The monthly meeting of the Southern Crescent chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) will be held Nov. 19 in the Harry S. Downs Center for Continuing Education on the campus of Clayton College & State University.

Landmark wins state cross country meet

Landmark Christian School's boys cross-country team placed first in the Class A state meet Saturday, while the girls cross-country team placed second. Other local teams put in a good showing at the state meet but failed to bring home a title.

Sports

Two teams wrap up regular season tonight

This is the final week of the regular season and only two teams have games scheduled for this Friday. Sandy Creek will travel to Newnan to take on the Northgate Vikings, while Landmark Christian will host the Mt. Zion, Carroll Eagles.

Second New Hope 5K a successful race

New Hope Baptist Church held their second annual 5K Run/Walk last Saturday. The race attracted close to 150 participants, which was an increase over last year's turnout. The course is very scneic, traveling past verdant pastures and tranquil lakes. The runners had a beautiful day with ideal temperatures and the fall foliage in full bloom. As a twist this year, the runners ran the course backwards - that is to say counterclockwise, while last year's race was run clockwise.